OREANDA-NEWS. IHGF-DELHI FAIR has already acquired the reputation of being a one-stop sourcing platform amongst the overseas buying community and a very effective marketing medium amongst the Indian exporting community.  Over a period of 22 years, since its inception in 1994, the fair has made significant contribution to the Handicrafts exports from India.  It has not only enabled Indian exporters in large numbers to participate in the show and secure orders but has also enabled more and more foreign buyers to source their requirement from India at one place, at one time and under one roof.  The most important role played by the IHGF has been the increase in the foreign exchange earnings, according to Shri Rakesh Kumar, ED – EPCH.

The Handicrafts exports during the year 2015-16 was Rs. 21457.91 crores with an overall increase of 6.85% over the previous year. During the first six months of current financial year i.e. 2016-17, exports to the tune of Rs. 13005.35 crore has been achieved, and it is hoped that target fixed for the year 2016-17 will be surpassed.